Sights and sounds from the first round of the Masters

The 90th edition of the Masters Tournament began on Thursday, kicking off the first golf major of the year.

It is one of the most iconic events in sports, and there was, as always, no shortage of iconic scenery at Augusta National as the tournament began. From the course to the concessions, all the classic staples were there to accompany the on-course play.

Here are all the top sights and sounds from the first round of the Masters.

Xander gives a fan a gift

Xander Schauffele’s tee shot on the eighth hole was one he’d likely want to forget … but at least one fan will remember it for the rest of their lives.

History for Patrick Reed

With this putt on No. 8, Patrick Reed becomes the second player in Masters history to eagle two of his first nine holes of the Tournament. #themasters pic.twitter.com/YbVVPqmALW

— The Masters (@TheMasters) April 9, 2026

Unreal birdie from Haotong Li

Up and down from the tributary. Haotong Li makes an unexpected birdie on No. 13. #themasters pic.twitter.com/LW5FMFNXnz

— The Masters (@TheMasters) April 9, 2026

Reed makes a sweet eagle

From the fringe, Patrick Reed converts the eagle putt on No. 2. #themasters pic.twitter.com/KZASN3GIdB

— The Masters (@TheMasters) April 9, 2026

Homa moving up early

Max Homa moves under par after an eagle on No. 8. #themasters pic.twitter.com/iNYl9JfW8P

— The Masters (@TheMasters) April 9, 2026

Starting off the tournament with legends

Tom Watson, Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player serve as this year’s Honorary Starters. #themasters pic.twitter.com/GZsT9TPtKT

— The Masters (@TheMasters) April 9, 2026